Affordable markets 'popping up' in schools across Niagara
What began as a simple grade five class project has evolved into a new region-wide food security initiative. Thanks to students and faculty at Edith Cavell Public School, in collaboration […]
Addressing the Root Causes of Poverty to Lift Our Communities Up
Addressing the Root Causes of Poverty to Lift Our Communities UpOctober 17, 2023When it comes to tackling poverty across the globe, there is still a lot of work to be […]
Building skills and community through partnership with local school board
Building skills and communityGuest written by Secondary School Co-op Student, Ella LarosaMy name is Ella Larosa. I am seventeen years old and currently attend Notre Dame High School. United Way […]
United Way Kicks Off 2023 Campaign with 2nd Annual Firetruck Pull
Photo: Frances Hallworth, United Way Niagara CEO, Fire Chief Dave Upper, St. Catharines Fire Services and Brad Steeves, 2023 Campaign Chair and President of Beatties, drop a banner revealing the […]
Niagara College horticultural program graduate brings learning full circle in local food production
When the pandemic hit, Luke Baulk took it as an opportunity to reflect on his career path. As a graphic designer, Luke had been working in retail environment design – […]
United Way Niagara funds 24 community service organizations through the Community Services Recovery Fund
United Way Niagara funds 24 community service organizations through the Community Services Recovery FundUnited Way Niagara is proud to have worked with United Way Centraide Canada as part of the […]
Remembering Anita: A Legacy of Love
“You can’t enjoy the fruits of a tree without first planting the seed and nurturing it’s growth.” A common phrase and one that was first sowed into our vocabulary more […]
United Way supports nutrition through the summer months
Supporting nutrition through the summer monthsFor kids, summer is supposed to be full of lazy mornings, campfires, beach or pool days. For families living in deep poverty, summer can also […]
United Way Niagara announces Beatties President, Brad Steeves, as 2023 Campaign Chair
United Way Niagara announces Beatties President, Brad Steeves, as 2023 Campaign ChairNiagara, ON, June 27, 2023 – United Way Niagara is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Steeves, President […]
2,000 kids to benefit from this years Backpacks for Kids program
This school year may just be wrapping up, but behind the scenes, we have already been working to prepare for back to school in September. Last week more than 40 […]